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Plum Park Manor Wedding Photographer
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Looking for a wedding photographer at Plum Park Manor? I'm Tom Stenlake, a natural documentary wedding photographer and CAA-licensed drone pilot based in Northamptonshire. Every photo on this page, including the aerial shots, was taken by me at Plum Park near Towcester.
Why Plum Park Manor Is Perfect For Weddings
Plum Park Manor is an exclusive-use Victorian manor house wedding venue on the edge of Towcester, right on the Northamptonshire and Buckinghamshire border. It pairs proper country house elegance with a warm, relaxed atmosphere, so it feels like you've taken over a beautiful private home for the day rather than booked a function room.
The setting is full of character. The gabled manor house sits in landscaped gardens with lawns, mature trees, lavender borders and a charming Victorian-style glasshouse. There's a light-filled Orangery for your ceremony, the Plum Barn for the party, and tucked-away details like stone lions, a rope swing and a vintage tractor that make the grounds a joy to explore.
Plum Park Manor is wonderfully flexible too. The Orangery is licensed for civil ceremonies for up to 120 guests, the wedding breakfast can seat up to 192, and evening celebrations welcome up to 200. With eight individually styled bedrooms, including a honeymoon suite, you and your closest family can stay on site, and the in-house team look after the food and drinks so you can simply enjoy the day.
My approach fits Plum Park perfectly. I specialise in couples who don't particularly enjoy having their photograph taken, so there's no endless posing or turning your wedding into a photoshoot. I become part of the celebration, capture the genuine moments around me and give you a little guidance when it helps.
Plum Park Manor at a Glance
- Exclusive-use Victorian manor house near Towcester, Northamptonshire
- The Orangery, licensed for civil ceremonies for up to 120 guests
- Wedding breakfasts for up to 192 guests
- The Plum Barn for evening celebrations of up to 200
- Landscaped gardens with lawns, lavender, a glasshouse and a tree-lined avenue
- Eight individually styled bedrooms sleeping up to 19, including a honeymoon suite
- Bridal dressing room
- In-house catering with seasonal, locally sourced menus, plus wood-fired pizza options
- Flexible bar and drinks packages
- On the Northamptonshire and Buckinghamshire border, close to Milton Keynes
The History of Plum Park Manor
Plum Park sits beside Watling Street, the great Roman road that runs from London towards the north west and today carries the A5. Just up the road, Towcester began life as the Roman garrison town of Lactodurum, making it one of the oldest continuously inhabited settlements in the country.
In later centuries this stretch of road became a busy coaching route between London and Holyhead, and Towcester flourished as a stopping point until the railway bypassed it in 1838. The surrounding countryside, once part of the royal hunting forest of Whittlewood, remained largely farmland and parkland, dotted with country houses.
The manor house at Plum Park is a Victorian country house, and the name "Plumpark" appears in local records from the early twentieth century, when its owner lent a field to villagers in nearby Paulerspury for their Whitsun holiday celebrations. Today the house has been lovingly turned into an exclusive-use wedding venue, keeping its period character while adding the Orangery and the Plum Barn for modern celebrations.
For weddings, that mix works beautifully. You have the gables, chimneys and gravel drive of a Victorian manor alongside bright, contemporary spaces, all wrapped in gardens and countryside.
Did You Know?
- Plum Park sits beside Watling Street, a Roman road that is now the A5.
- Nearby Towcester was the Roman town of Lactodurum.
- Towcester was a busy coaching town on the London to Holyhead route until 1838.
- The area was once part of the royal hunting forest of Whittlewood.
- "Plumpark" is mentioned in early twentieth-century Paulerspury village records.
- The house is a Victorian manor with eight guest bedrooms.
Plum Park Manor FAQs
Who is a good wedding photographer for Plum Park Manor?
I'm Tom Stenlake, a natural documentary wedding photographer based in Northamptonshire. I've photographed weddings at Plum Park Manor, know the Orangery, the glasshouse, the gardens and the meadow, and offer photography and CAA-licensed drone coverage.
What is your photography style at Plum Park Manor?
Natural documentary storytelling with genuine moments and lightly guided portraits. My editing uses true-to-life colour with subtle warmth, flattering skin tones and a timeless finish.
How many wedding guests can Plum Park Manor accommodate?
Plum Park Manor hosts civil ceremonies for up to 120 guests in the Orangery, wedding breakfasts for up to 192 and evening celebrations for up to 200.
Where are wedding ceremonies held at Plum Park Manor?
Ceremonies take place in the Orangery, a light-filled space with floor-to-ceiling windows and a lantern roof, licensed for civil ceremonies. Speak to the venue about options in the formal gardens.
Can we stay at Plum Park Manor?
Yes. There are eight individually styled bedrooms sleeping up to 19 guests, including a honeymoon suite, so you and your closest family can stay on site.
Is Plum Park Manor exclusive use?
Yes. Plum Park Manor is an exclusive-use venue, so the house, gardens and celebration spaces are yours for the day.
Where are the best places for wedding photographs at Plum Park Manor?
The Victorian glasshouse among the lavender, the front of the manor house, the stone lions, the tree-lined avenue and the meadow grasses beyond the gardens. I choose locations based on the light and weather on the day.
What happens if it rains at our Plum Park Manor wedding?
The Orangery and the glass veranda give us beautiful sheltered spots, and a clear umbrella on the drive makes for lovely rainy-day portraits. I plan around the weather and pop outside whenever there's a break.
Can you fly a drone at Plum Park Manor?
When weather, venue permission and airspace regulations allow. I'm a CAA-licensed, insured drone pilot and always coordinate with the venue before any flight. Plum Park is fairly close to Silverstone, so I always check airspace restrictions in advance.
How do you approach group photographs?
Clear, quick, fun and friendly. We agree a sensible list before the wedding so I can organise everyone efficiently and get you back to enjoying the celebration.
Do you offer pre-wedding shoots?
Yes, as an optional add-on. Pre-wedding shoots aren't included in my packages as standard, but they're a relaxed way to get comfortable in front of the camera and see how I work before the big day. Availability depends on the location and distance, so just ask and I'll check dates and options for you.
Where is Plum Park Manor?
Plum Park Manor is on Watling Street, near Towcester, Northamptonshire, NN12 6LG, on the Northamptonshire and Buckinghamshire border close to Milton Keynes.
Planning a wedding at Plum Park Manor?
Visit the official Plum Park Manor website for wedding packages, availability, accommodation and information about planning your wedding.
How to find Plum Park Manor
Plum Park Manor sits just off Watling Street near Towcester, on the Northamptonshire and Buckinghamshire border. It feels tucked away in the countryside, yet it's easy for guests to reach from across the Midlands and the South.
- Address: Plum Park Manor, Watling Street, near Towcester, Northamptonshire
- Postcode: NN12 6LG
- Nearby: Towcester, Paulerspury, Milton Keynes, Buckingham and Northampton
- By road: Right on the A5, with easy links to the M1 and the A43
- By train: Milton Keynes Central and Northampton stations are a taxi ride away
- Accommodation: Eight bedrooms on site, with more hotels nearby in Towcester and Milton Keynes
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Planning a Plum Park Manor Wedding?
If you're getting married at Plum Park Manor and you'd love a photographer who will capture the people, atmosphere and fun of your day without turning it into one long photoshoot, I'd love to hear what you're planning.
I specialise in couples who hate having their photograph taken. You don't need to know how to pose or spend hours away from your guests. I'll give you a little direction when you need it, capture everything else naturally and be right there enjoying the day with you.
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